Akamas safari: gorges, turtles and a shipwreck
About the tour
Join us for a day in Cyprus’s wild west. In a small minibus we drive from Paphos out to the Akamas Peninsula, where you can walk through the narrow limestone Avakas Gorge, swim at peaceful Lara Beach, where sea turtles lay their eggs, and see some of the finest viewpoints along the coast.
The trip suits most people: the walk is easy to moderate and entirely optional, and the route avoids rough dirt tracks.
Itinerary
- 1
Pick-up in Paphos
We pick you up at your hotel in the morning.
- 2
Avakas Gorge
An optional guided walk of about 45 minutes between tall limestone walls on the Akamas Peninsula.
- 3
Lara Beach
Time to swim and hear about the work to protect the sea turtles. Changing facilities are limited.
- 4
Agios Georgios harbour
A coffee break at the small harbour – with the chance to see the old basilica ruins nearby.
- 5
The sea caves at Peyia
Panoramic views and a photo stop over the clear bays.
- 6
The Edro III shipwreck
The story of the wreck and a short walk to the viewpoint, before we drive back to Paphos.
Included
- Air-conditioned minibus transport
- Pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Paphos
- Driver/guide with commentary along the way
- Guided walk in Avakas Gorge
- Swimming time at Lara Beach
- Photo stops at the sea caves and Edro III
- All taxes and VAT
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Entry to optional sights
- Travel insurance and personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Swimwear and towel
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle
